MGH
Margate
South Africa
9,779 km
6,076 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
9,779 km
6,076 mi / 5,280 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
357°
north

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MGH RIX
Airport Name Margate Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code MGH RIX
ICAO Code FAMG EVRA
City Margate Riga
Country South Africa Latvia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Riga
Elevation 495 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -30.860000, 30.340000 56.920000, 23.970000

Margate (MGH) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Margate Airport (MGH) in Margate, South Africa to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,779 kilometers (6,076 miles / 5,280 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:57 in Margate, it's 22:57 in Riga.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Margate (MGH) follows a heading of 175° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Margate Airport (MGH) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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